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Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-15, 10:11 AM
Replies: 3,380
Views: 530,893
Posted By dnslater

Hard to say on the break in. Probably a few...

Hard to say on the break in. Probably a few hundred miles. I put a heavy application of proofide on it after getting it a few years ago which helps. I'm busy and rarely ride more than 1-2 hours...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-15, 08:53 AM
Replies: 3,380
Views: 530,893
Posted By dnslater

Brooks B17 - but I cut and tied it to be like a...

Brooks B17 - but I cut and tied it to be like a Swallow.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-15, 07:28 AM
Replies: 3,380
Views: 530,893
Posted By dnslater

Thanks - I actually think it looks good in person...

Thanks - I actually think it looks good in person with the polished rivets and glossy leather. Leather finish matches the glossy Zipp stem, shiny bar tape and glossy seatpost. Sort of a steam punk...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-15, 08:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,642
Posted By dnslater

If the seller shipped it then they are...

If the seller shipped it then they are responsible for the insurance claim and should worry about the claim and make it right with you sooner.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-15, 10:13 AM
Replies: 3,380
Views: 530,893
Posted By dnslater

Upgraded the stem/bars to and changed a few other...

Upgraded the stem/bars to and changed a few other things since I last posted.
http://i701.photobucket.com/albums/ww19/dnslater/IMG_1390_zpshdcznl1l.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-15, 06:28 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 23,918
Posted By dnslater

How wide are your rims. Do you mainly ride on...

How wide are your rims. Do you mainly ride on dry roads?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-27-15, 05:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,119
Posted By dnslater

Good case study for you............. I built...

Good case study for you.............

I built up used ebay Ti frames for both my wife and I. Both frames were under $1k. My frame is a 2011 Guru Praemio and my wife's is an older 2000-ish...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-15, 12:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,742
Posted By dnslater

What is going on with the super long chain stay...

What is going on with the super long chain stay on that Klein? And the seat? Cannondale seems like a safer bet. Both have downtube shifters, so keep that in mind.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-15, 11:58 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 13,727
Posted By dnslater

Or spell check.

Or spell check.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-15, 06:28 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 13,727
Posted By dnslater

In his defense, the search function here doesn't...

In his defense, the search function here doesn't work well.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-15, 06:07 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,650
Posted By dnslater

This is my assumption as well. I have waved...

This is my assumption as well. I have waved people by in the past as I was approaching a left turn - because I new I would block them while waiting to make the turn. Sometimes the pass,...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-15, 05:08 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 7,805
Posted By dnslater

Definitely a troll.

Definitely a troll.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-15, 02:07 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,506
Posted By dnslater

I assume it is a prototype? They photoshoped it...

I assume it is a prototype? They photoshoped it out in some photos.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-15, 12:40 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,623
Posted By dnslater

Yeah, but I switched to kittens because lassoing...

Yeah, but I switched to kittens because lassoing squirrels in my yard pre-ride was getting burdensome. I suppose baby bunny rabbits could be a good compromise as they have some speed, are light, ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-15, 06:31 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,623
Posted By dnslater

Wow - sense of humor much? Obviously he was...

Wow - sense of humor much? Obviously he was joking - a bag of cats are heavy on a ride.......

Seriously though - a bag of kittens is the way to go. Much more aero and easier to pack in your...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-22-15, 03:22 PM
Replies: 3,380
Views: 530,893
Posted By dnslater

I like the tires. Coordinating hammer color is...

I like the tires. Coordinating hammer color is a nice touch. It's the details.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-15, 05:54 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,623
Posted By dnslater

In many areas there is a lack of funding and...

In many areas there is a lack of funding and terrible response times. Here in Indy the average response time is like 26 hours - even if you see a loose Rottweiler.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-15, 06:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 954
Posted By dnslater

Really i've removed my SRAM link without...

Really

i've removed my SRAM link without tools - assume the KMC design is similar. There was cursing involved. Sure the tool is easier
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-15, 06:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,564
Posted By dnslater

Hand brushed is the easiest to touch up as you...

Hand brushed is the easiest to touch up as you can use a scotchbrite. Arguably looks best too. Catches light more.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-20-15, 02:42 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,623
Posted By dnslater

You could use pepper spray and they won't forget....

You could use pepper spray and they won't forget. There are also products made specifically for this in spray cans.

I grew up in a rural area and when I road my bike as a kid, my mom gave me...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-15, 02:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 954
Posted By dnslater

Missing link allows the chain to be taken apart...

Missing link allows the chain to be taken apart with just your hands - without tools - at least in theory..........
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-15, 01:59 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,586,098
Posted By dnslater

I'm not even going to tell my wife those exist.

I'm not even going to tell my wife those exist.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-15, 11:24 AM
Replies: 3,380
Views: 530,893
Posted By dnslater

Yes, my wife (also into biking) is horrified by...

Yes, my wife (also into biking) is horrified by my having a modified B17 saddle on this bike. :) I like the juxtaposition and find it comfortable, despite the fact that my saddle weight nearly...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-15, 11:04 AM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,586,098
Posted By dnslater

Thanks. It is actually a B-17 which I cut and...

Thanks. It is actually a B-17 which I cut and tied to look like a Swallow. These saddles aren't really designed for drops, but I find it comfortable and like the look with the Ti/Black build. Wife...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-15, 05:30 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,174
Posted By dnslater

:) My wife bought them on ebay. 38mm wide...

:)

My wife bought them on ebay. 38mm wide older 3T Forma ergobars. I think she thought they would be more modern. She will try them for a bit and see how she likes them. I think they look...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-15, 06:59 PM
Replies: 3,380
Views: 530,893
Posted By dnslater

I love the yellow.

I love the yellow.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-15, 06:51 PM
Replies: 3,380
Views: 530,893
Posted By dnslater

Not worthy but this thread is stagnant so why...

Not worthy but this thread is stagnant so why not.
Guru Praemio
http://i701.photobucket.com/albums/ww19/dnslater/FD7B339D-2B90-482D-9CEB-8ED98B89C088_zpsd47qebkg.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-15, 06:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,174
Posted By dnslater

http://i701.photobucket.com/albums/ww19/dnslater/B...

http://i701.photobucket.com/albums/ww19/dnslater/BE041C06-1FE3-45F6-9C79-69983E5CC769_zps7teb5rch.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-15, 06:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,174
Posted By dnslater

Mostly finished the build. Green scheme was all...

Mostly finished the build. Green scheme was all her idea. Still need a permanent polished seatpost and a different seat. TT seat on there for now. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-15, 06:35 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,586,098
Posted By dnslater

.....and a new build for my wife, Stripped...

.....and a new build for my wife,

Stripped and rebrushed an old frame, and put new stickers on, green scheme was her idea. TT seat and carbon post is temporary. Considering a polished Thomson....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-15, 06:32 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,586,098
Posted By dnslater

Just changed wheels on my Guru. ...

Just changed wheels on my Guru.
http://i701.photobucket.com/albums/ww19/dnslater/FD7B339D-2B90-482D-9CEB-8ED98B89C088_zpsd47qebkg.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-15, 05:31 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 4,521
Posted By dnslater

I agree that it wasn't a nefarious plot, as it...

I agree that it wasn't a nefarious plot, as it started post depression when there was an actual crisis - and the heavy corn subsidies lead to cheap corn sugar, which lead to food manufacturers...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-15, 07:41 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 4,521
Posted By dnslater

I thought the the fiber caused the sugar to...

I thought the the fiber caused the sugar to absorb slowly, but this isn't my field. Guess my assumption was that more digestion was needed to break down cell walls and get at the sugar.

Lots...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-15, 05:19 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 4,521
Posted By dnslater

i pretty much avoid most fruits as we'll because...

i pretty much avoid most fruits as we'll because of the high sugar content but at least fruit has some vitamins and fiber..... Generally speaking though I lump all simple sugars together.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-15, 02:45 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 4,521
Posted By dnslater

Interestingly I tried to cut out Gluten for...

Interestingly I tried to cut out Gluten for awhile and noticed that my chronic heart burn went away. I later figured out that when i ate less gluten, I also ate less sugar/carbs. It appears it...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-15, 02:37 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 4,521
Posted By dnslater

My post stated "if you buy into the evils of...

My post stated "if you buy into the evils of gluten" - acknowledging that the science is still up in the air on this topic. BTW - I prefer my Gluten fermented and in liquid form. I focus more on...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-15, 02:13 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,525
Posted By dnslater

Seems like the OP is basing this on a pretty...

Seems like the OP is basing this on a pretty anecdotal experience. I don't race bikes, but have friends and relatives that are both Roadies and Triathletes and attend events. I have found the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-15, 02:05 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 4,521
Posted By dnslater

And Eggs are actually just about the most...

And Eggs are actually just about the most nutritious food nature makes. Not processed and full of chemicals and sugar like some Whey proteins. Full of vitamins, minerals, good proteins and fats,...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-15, 01:03 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 4,521
Posted By dnslater

My wife is a serious tri-athlete and had several...

My wife is a serious tri-athlete and had several surgeries the past year. She was looking to get back to competitive shape and has been on the Ketogenic diet for 3-4 months with great results. She...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-15, 07:00 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 4,521
Posted By dnslater

Excess protein does metabolize to become sugar in...

Excess protein does metabolize to become sugar in the body - the calories in protein certainly count. Protein and fat calories do tend to cause you to feel more full, while Sugar spike insulin and...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-15, 06:51 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 4,521
Posted By dnslater

+1 - Researchers are slowly coming around to the...

+1 - Researchers are slowly coming around to the fact that it is sugar/carbs that drive up human Cholesterol, not dietary fat/cholesterol intake. As the typical American diet has shifted to low fat,...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-15, 11:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 648
Posted By dnslater

Notice those knockoff eBay adds never mention the...

Notice those knockoff eBay adds never mention the brand shown in the photo in their actual description. Photo might be of the real thing, but you won't get an authentic product. Flag these posts.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-15, 07:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,174
Posted By dnslater

Update: I had decals made with my wife's...

Update:

I had decals made with my wife's name and a black surround. I cut out her name and masked off the bike and blasted it with Al oxide and then glass beads.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-15, 07:34 AM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,586,098
Posted By dnslater

And yet you submitted it to this thread.

And yet you submitted it to this thread.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-15, 07:31 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 76,035
Posted By dnslater

Yes, my guess was that this corner was somewhat...

Yes, my guess was that this corner was somewhat blind.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-15, 11:40 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 10,356
Posted By dnslater

Probably a good call. Definitely talking...

Probably a good call. Definitely talking (speculating) above my pay grade. Fun to think about though. When I was in college 20 years ago my professors speculated that the next big think in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-15, 11:18 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 10,356
Posted By dnslater

I think that is oversimplifying, given that...

I think that is oversimplifying, given that without the laminating resin, the carbon threads/fabric is ........... fabric, not effective in compression or lateral stiffness. Great in tension...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-15, 10:22 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 10,356
Posted By dnslater

I'm assuming with all of these fancy fibers, the...

I'm assuming with all of these fancy fibers, the resin is probably the limiting factor?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-15, 10:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 16,513
Posted By dnslater

The 2" racks are more stable with the bigger...

The 2" racks are more stable with the bigger receiver, but you are unlikely to see this benefit with an adapter.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-15, 06:37 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,174
Posted By dnslater

I looked into this a bit and urged my wife to get...

I looked into this a bit and urged my wife to get a Soma Hwy One bar or something similar. They fit the look of the bike and work with the 26mm Quill stem while being modern geometry. I am not a...
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